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A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061009059 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I had to read this one again, as I find Stephanie irresistibly funny, sassy and witty. In this plot, she is searching for an old lover, local vice cop Morelli, who is wanted for murder and has jumped bail. Abject poverty will drive you down different routes just to pay the rent and buy a meal, and she ends up working for her sleazy cousin in New Jersey. In the beginning, Morelli just means 10% of the bail recovery, and soon expected things happen. A great cast of characters and wonderful writing. Should make a memorable movie... | 5 | LINGERIE TO BOUNTY HUNTING | 1,338,163,200 | 05 28, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061120758 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Fun follow-up to "Sex with the Kings." Some overlapping, as the stories obviously involve the male and female counterparts of the royal lovers and the accompanying scandals. I enjoyed it and found it fascinating that some of the ladies ended up in royal positions, while others ended up in the convents, or got mysteriously sick, or were poverty-stricken and disgraced, or marched to the tune of the executioner. There was a clear explanation, I suppose, of what happened with Diana and her many lovers, and the devilish Rasputin and Empress Alexandra, and Queen Victoria and her Scot, John Brown, and other amorous royals; but there was always the threat of a STD and the many pregnancies, which of course, killed many women in those days. This is definitely a good primer in you ever try and sort out all the royal family members, that went back and forth across the English Channel in marriage, love and lust. Just a enjoyable, informative, interesting piece of work, with hours and hours of research. Recommended reading... | 4 | OH, THOSE ROYALS! | 1,216,684,800 | 07 22, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061134074 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | As the title suggests, there are dozens of 'naughty' questions answered,dealing with everything from trivial sexual questions to discussing the greatest lovers and perverts in history. The book has answers about men falling asleep after sex, and/or thinking about sex constantly. Ever wonder what all those letters and numbers mean in porn and escort sites? I found the book interesting and fun, and a pleasure to read and to get conversations cooking with your friends and family. Author Symons is a 'kick' and knows how to keep the chuckles rolling and to keep the reader wanting more. I read it at one sitting and then when my friends started reading it, we had to extend each chapter with our own thoughts and opinions. An entertaining book - I recommend it to others, not profound or lifted to literature, but well worth the the few bucks. | 4 | EVERYDAY QUESTIONS ANSWERED | 1,225,843,200 | 11 5, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061139610 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I respect retired LAPD officer Steve Hodel and his writing, and the history that he gave us about the early days of California and law enforcement. Everyone wants to see the Black Dahlia murder of 1947 solved, so that 22-yo Beth Short can rest easy in her grave. From that far back, it is realistically conceivable that the murderer is dead and gone. The author would have been better off indicating that this was a novelization of the orginal crime and based on existing events, characters, and situations, with a little imagination and a ton of intuition thrown in. There must have been a unpredictable love-hate relationship between the son and father, for the son to throw his father under the 18-wheeler, and then to follow up with a sequel. There were many flaws in the investigation which have been amply covered by other reviewers, such as timing, photographs, and other players in the story that have been mispresented. I will say the book held my interest, but my logical brain kept repeating, "no way..." Worth buying, maybe kind of?" | 2 | DOESN'T ADD UP | 1,272,326,400 | 04 27, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 006136827X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | The author did a fine job in reviewing Billy the Kid (William Bonney) and Pat Garrett, and intertwining their stories in "the epic chase to justice in the Old West," and of course their inevitable final shooting. We find that Billy is more than the killing, goofy kid that is portrayed in the movies and historical photos, and Pat has other sides to him besides the persistent, hardworking lawman. I believe that author Gardner brought the two to life through his extensive research and good writing. I like Old West stories, and this one is even more enjoyable because of the facts and truthfulness. The book has a wonderful index and a thorough list of resources. The old black-and-white photos are a nice touch - always fun to attach a name to a photo. | 4 | FACTUAL ACCOUNT | 1,273,190,400 | 05 7, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061490830 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | A good synopsis of some the bad guys/gals that got covered in 2008. Some of the criminals include improbable imposters, sideshow hustles, unlucky victims (like always), and a crazy collection of snitches, impossible neighbors and weird,vain terrorists. This edition is edited by Jonathan Kellerman, and overall series editing by Otto Penzler and Thomas H. Cook. Not all my fvaorite crime reporters are here, but there are several stories that shine forth, like Malcolm Gladwell's "Dangerous Minds' and James Renner's "The Serial Killer's Disciple" and also Nick Schou's "Just a Random Female." Being involved in the law enforcement business, I found the stories right on, accurate and fair in narration. I intend to pick up some past years for entertaining, informative reading. There will never be a shortage of criminals...that 1-2% of society will us all busy and on alert. Reporters will always have work...as will the emergency personnel. | 5 | CRIMINALS, AND THE REPORTERS | 1,255,219,200 | 10 11, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061562327 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | What you might have missed in school, you can find it here. Want to know about Clara Barton, Ansel Adams, Nostradamus, famous spies, etc., it's all here and written in an "easy reading" style. It is also probably a good reviewer when you expect to go on a quiz show and win a million dollars, or when you want to throw out some trivia that no one knows about or maybe doesn't care - remember Cliff on "Cheers?" It's fun reading and definitely worth a few shekels. It's also a good way to stimulate memory enhancement and reach back into the hidden recesses of your brain for something you once knew but it got lost...and then you found it again. | 4 | INTERESTING STUFF | 1,277,596,800 | 06 27, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061719439 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | A fun rendition of creating a memoir or a situation in six words - legend has it that Hemingway was challenged to write a short novel in only six words. The reader will find that you can make a sound statement, judgement or comment without being wordy or long-winded, and the few words can make immediate good sense. For example, conservative political pundit Ann Coulter sums it up with "Some are left alive, quick reload." Kelley Allison asserts, "He's 26. I'm 40. Me Cougar!" and for writers, Ian Bridgeford-Smith declares, "Web surfing. Coffee drinking. Writer Avoidance." and Joy Zuercher said, "Can't reach top shelves, married tall." The words go on and on, and there's plenty of meaning to be analyzed. I found the book/lists to be humorous, and conversely many times serious. Good for mind stimulation trying to figure out the various insights. | 5 | IMAGINE - A MEMOIR IN SIX WORDS | 1,310,256,000 | 07 10, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061929379 | null | [
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] | I found the novel to be entertaining and wonderful historical fiction. I've been a Crichton fan since I read "Eaters of the Dead," which hooked me in for the next publication. The pirate plot has been discussed by other reviewers, and I liked the Caribbean setting. I viewed the dialogue as somewhat unreal, in that I can't believe pirates spoke in proper, gentle language without the occasional expletive; but then I understand that the author was playing to a larger audience avoiding language which could be contrued as vulgar and obscene (the way criminals and pirates generally talk). In my opinion, the book probably stayed in the computer and found after his death, because there was so much competition in this genre (Johnn Depp, et. al.) during this period. A good read! | 4 | ARRGGH!!!!!!!!!!!! | 1,271,116,800 | 04 13, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0061950718 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I agree with Bill as he pointed out some pinheads and patriots - but I must be honest, I agree about most of he says about the government ( even believe that Mark Twain and Will Rogers would agree also). Our congress is at an all time low approval rating and Obama has reached the 54% NOT approval rating. Some of the pinheads pointed out by Bill would include George Soros, Louis Farrakhan, Jeremiah Wright, General Custer, Bill Moyers, John Edwards, David Duke, et. al. Some of the patriots include our military, like the Viet Nam vets, Hank Aaron, Cesar Chavez, Davy Crockett, Jackie Robinson, Audie Murphy, Annie Oakley, Chief Joseph, et. al. This is a good review about where we stand as a nation and who some of the destroyers/pinheads might be. The book reminds us to stay alert and watch our leaders carefully. | 4 | GOOD DEFINITIONS | 1,371,427,200 | 06 17, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 006213115X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | This is a well-written, researched book about what happened in the recent elections and what's going on with the current administration. She tells it like it is - but I'm disappointed that the ones that should read it, won't. Many of the so-called liberals/progressives won't evaluate because they're caught up as groupies to some kind of rock star. Their motto should be "don't confuse me with facts and reality." As we can see now, all the scandals are rising to the surface in Washington, and even some of the liberal news media are making a few critical comments about Obama and his cronies, or as Monica calls them, "the kooks." Good book if you are ever concerned about how the unknown senator became the president with his socialist, dangerous agenda, backed with czars. | 5 | TELL IT LIKE IT IS | 1,368,662,400 | 05 16, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 006270107X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | As a reader and writer, I use it all the time in sorting out idioms/slang from different places and eras. It's also important to my wife as she uses it as a translator, assisting Filipino people with native Tagalog to English/American. For example, she asked me last week what "DI" meant (saw and heard the term on TV), and why were they so mean. I knew about the Drill Instructor part, but their meanness would only be explained by being there at boot camp and preparing their recruits for real battle. I highly recommend this dictionary - a valuable resource for any library. | 5 | GREAT REFERENCE | 1,283,990,400 | 09 9, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0071626611 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | This is a significant primer for studying up for the big exam, and doing well enough to get the right kind of job. As the military is down-sizing, and many jobs are being farmed out to civilian contractors, it is definitely important to get a high mark on the exam, not just passing. The competition is keen right now. Study on, and this study series will help you reach your goals. | 4 | STUDY ON | 1,370,908,800 | 06 11, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0075536668 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I enjoy reading just about anything, so I figured I would give Faulkner a try. Somehow, I had managed to escape reading this one all the way through college and in book clubs with my friends. Other reviewers have basically laid out the plot and characters, but to me the chapters with the Benjy section, then Quentin, then Jason, followed by Caddy (whom I enjoyed) were boring and never-ending. Caddy "searches for the truth and reality of any situation." I must confess that I didn't understand a lot of the symbolism in the novel, nor I did care to or worry about the whole thing. So I went to Cliffs Notes for some help (don't tell the college literature professors), to speed up the painful process. Maybe in another 30-40 years, I'll try another Faulkner novel. Jason's "success in life is due to the fact that he feels no love for anyone..." which was similar to how I felt about this book. No love, fellow readers. | 2 | BORING AND CONFUSING | 1,284,681,600 | 09 17, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0099453924 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I enjoyed much of the development and history of the main characters. The writing itself is above average. However, the deputy sheriff is so unbelievable that he should be satirized by comedians on Saturday Night Live, or by some anti-establishment hate newspaper. He would have been fired long before he could have brought hurt to anyone. This is a man sworn to uphold the law, yet he manages to plant evidence, be a coward, leave his wife and family for a trashy harlot, and also manages to get the harlot back with substance abuse. Thank goodness for the colonel, and his sense of values and honor, even though contrary to Western standards at times. This book took me almost two weeks to finish, but I figured that... Oprah liked it, maybe there would be a redeeming conclusion. Not so...readers save your money. Before I am called a non-realist about life, I have never come across so many losers in such a short parameter of time and space, and all over a house. | 2 | ... | 988,416,000 | 04 28, 2001 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0133142868 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I always enjoy reading a novel where the author has firsthand experience of what he writes - makes for a great, authentic story. I've read probably read about 25 war novels and this rates as one of the best. I like the author's sharp, accurate observations, and his characterization of the players was one of the best. Webb is a gifted storyteller, as well as being successful in his other careers, such as the USMC and the halls of government, which I suppose can be more troublesome and deadly than "Charlie" at times. Webb gives us an inside look at the insanity of war (and politics), and how his Marines felt after being constantly betrayed back home by the media and by the anti-war demonstrators. You just have to imagine the threatening pressures of being on the front-lines for your year's tour in Vietnam- complete boredom for weeks followed by a few minutes of sheer terror. A good book to read before we think about sending our young people off to do battle in foreign lands. | 5 | HE WAS THERE | 1,301,270,400 | 03 28, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0140020535 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | The story takes place on one single day in 1951 in a Russian prison camp (gulag) in wintry Siberia. Our protagonist is Ivan and his only thoughts every day are food, shelter, staying warm and not being noticed by the brutal guards, and surviving for another day. Ivan functioned in temperatures below zero, bended the rules whenever possible and worked at avoiding punishment, or coming down with a disease and dying with no medical treatment. Of course, the author brought to the attention of the world how the tyrant Stalin treated his people, to anyone that disagreed with him or seemed a threat. Was it no wonder that not one German prisoner from WWII ever returned home to Germany. The story is somewhat dated but still very important in an historical perspective and also a reminder that the modern world should never again expose people to these type of conditions. Nice easy reading after being translated by Max Hayward and Ronald HIngley. | 4 | BRUTAL TIMES IN RUSSIA | 1,263,772,800 | 01 18, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 014011291X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Chatwin captures the essence of Patagonia page after page, and I really enjoyed how he described the bleakness of the land but also how he found and described interesting people along the way. His adjectives were wonderful. He's right up there with best travel writers of all time, including some of the early explorers into lands unknown to Europeans. A classic to be read every couple of years, and also one to have in your packsack when you venturing into Chile and Argentina. Paul Theroux and Graham Greene liked his writing - that's a message in itself. Very enjoyable afternoon read... | 5 | A MASTER OF TRAVEL | 1,249,257,600 | 08 3, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 014014773X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | The Indo-China war (including VN, Laos and Cambodia) was a horrible time in our history, as are the Middle East wars right now. I believe many of the reviews of this book reverts back to how you felt about the war, the drugs and rainbow hippies, draft-dodgers, and the overall 60's and 70's. They were weird times, made even made worse by the confusing Vietnam War and the conscription of soldiers that didn't want to serve. Remember the tragedies of JFK, Bobby and MLK? The author does a good job in showing how mixed-up everything really was. Just read some of the reviews and the reader will know that s/he is interpreting the book through their own set of biases and prejudices. I thought the writing was good, and the stories brought back memories that we had locked away, and in some cases, it was better that they were buried in the way-back recesses of the brain. My high-schoolers will not not be ready for this book until they reach college. | 4 | WEIRD TIMES | 1,264,204,800 | 01 23, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0140367497 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | As the title implies, the main characters are royal Prince Edward Tudor, and the street urchin/Pauper Tom Cantry, who switch roles, and both try to survive in their new environments. It has comedy and you have to maintain a certain degree of imagination, whimsy, and fantasy in your reading to fully appreciate Twain writing this novel in between his classics Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. Of course in real life, this wouldn't happen but it made for good reading, not only for kids but also for oldsters and academic types if they simply lounge back and enjoy the story. In his biography, I was happy see that Twain became very successful later in life, was world-renowned and appreciated, and also paid off his bills (now-a-days, the course seems to declare bankruptcy and not accept responsibility).A fun read - I passed it on to my daughter. | 4 | TOM AND EDWARD | 1,328,486,400 | 02 6, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0140390464 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | After reading the book after it was written some 120 years before, I enjoyed the historical concept of the book and how America played out with the bigotry and views of slavery of the times. I found the dialects and the manner of speaking in the 19th Century annoying and hard to follow, but again in historical perspective, it was a good read, slow, probably authentic, sometimes annoying, and overall a good review of Huckleberry and his black friend Jim, floating down the river and experiencing endless adventures. The larger print of this edition was great for an older reader with fading eyes. In many ways, Huckleberry is an obnoxious, rebellious character, and probably nowadays would be on medication and maybe visiting the counselors for some behavior modication. Overall, worth the time and effort to read a Twain classic. | 4 | AFTER TOM SAWYER | 1,264,204,800 | 01 23, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0140390537 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I have never found Melville easy or enjoyable to read; his books are almost like a required course in college in English 101, sometimes tedious and over-descriptive. His early books were not commercially successful but he continued to write, and usually involved themes of good vs. evil. Of course, time has shown that "Moby Dick" and "Pierre," as well as "Billy Budd, Sailor," are now considered American classics of literature. Billy is accused of murdering Master John Claggart and is unable to defend himself properly, and ends up executed on the HMS "Bellipotent." Other stories are in the book also: "The Bell-Tower," "The Paradise of Bachelors and the Tartarus of Maids," "The Piazza," etc., all of which give us insight to the early times on the sea, but the too-formal style of writing can be exasperating. I would say that if you prioritize your books for reading, this one, although classic, should be near the bottom of the stack. | 4 | TIMELESS CLASSIC | 1,254,960,000 | 10 8, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0140449124 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I find myself retracing the classics from my early reading days - some have disappointed me but this one has all the 'stuff' of modern soap operas and love stories we see in the theater and on TV: adultery, boorish husbands, cheating and lying, trapped in false passions and expectations, and spiraling downward into disallusionment and eventual self-destruction. All of us suffer through duty, morality and desire but Madame Bovary gets screwed - and screwed up - in her quests. One of the original translations from the French by Eleanor Marx Aveling - it seems to me a good job in understanding the story and the torments that this woman went through.One of the telling lines in the story about Emma from a lover: "Emma was like all his mistresses; and the charm of novelty, gradually falling away like a garment, laid bare the eternal monotony of passion, that has always the same forms and the same language..." Nowadays, Emma might intercept his emails or his texts, and discover how her lover actually feels. First published in English in 1886...good insight to early French mating habits and matchups of lovers. | 4 | EMMA IN SEARCH OF LIFE | 1,248,480,000 | 07 25, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0142001929 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | This is a fun book with tantalizing tales of misbehavior from times past, and reminds us that human nature does not especially change through the ages. Maybe we have more checks and balances than in those early days of dueling and fist fights on the Congress floor, but our modern politicans and business leaders still manage to get caught with their fingers in the till or "inappropriately" touching the young lasses; plus now we have digital cameras and taped phone calls. In this interesting little volume, you will find slave-owners, fat presidents, old senile chief justices, a FBI director wearing dresses and harassing civil rights leaders, a president who hates Jewish people, and women finally getting the vote and putting a handsome, but unqualified, president into office. Chapter after chapter is enlightening, often causing the reader to laugh out loud and/or exclaiming, "I didn't know that about our Founding Fathers." I guarantee that if you are the type to slow down at the grocery check-out counter and glance at the tabloids, or chitchat with your neighbors after watching the news, you will truly enjoy this one. | 4 | HISTORICVAL TABLOID | 1,301,788,800 | 04 3, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0142414395 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | This is the second novel for young readers by Parker. There is plenty of intrigue and suspense about the murder of young Jason, and several of his classmates are determined to show that Jason was not strung out on 'roids and wasn't a candidate for suicide on the high bridge. Terry, the boxer, and Abby, the spy, create a plan that reveals that some of the local politicians and school leaders are in cahoots, including physical love, and out to make a lot of money on public lands. Even the over-buffed football star and his cronies come over to the right side, and justice prevails. The writing is every bit as good as Spenser and Jesse Stone, although missing the street language and the specifics of male-female relationships. Parker knows boxing and the ring, and George, one of his protagonists, could have been Parker in his later years. A good book for teenagers - a fast, interesting read. | 4 | TEENAGE SUSPENSE | 1,308,441,600 | 06 19, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0142800821 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | A cute little book with some fun prose, and a lot of confusion and differences of opinion about punctuation. It's the British way or the Truss way, but often doesn't help us across "the pond." She did get me thinking about sentence and paragraph structure, and probably more confused. The book did help me with apostrophes and the dashes, and it also reassured me to know that my high school English teacher was not always right. It's good to know that there are many different ways of punctuating, as long as the message gets across clearly. So there, Ms Langley! Would I buy the book again? Yep! (did I use that exclamation point properly?) | 3 | A LAUGH PER PAGE | 1,218,412,800 | 08 11, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 014312112X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | As we know, there are professional shoplifters/criminals, and others that act on impulse or needing something beyond their financial means. This is a good one to read by law enforcement folks, and especially store/mall security types. The shoplifters cause us to pay for the losses by the stores, and of course, tie up the police and courts with minor crimes. Good insight. I liked it. | 4 | INTERESTING INSIGHT | 1,390,780,800 | 01 27, 2014 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0151002967 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | I always enjoy Roger Kahn's writing....he takes the reader right inside the ring and the life of Jack Dempsey. There is so much history and societal comment, about what was happening during Dempsey's champion days. The writing is excellent and he is able to make Dempsey come alive on the pages, even with the blemishes and the highlights. I liked it and would recommend it to other readers, especially the sports enthusiasts. Biographies are often dull, but Roger made sure that you kept flipping the pages. You could almost feel Dempsey's aggressive, fighting passion. | 4 | FASCINATING HISTORY | 1,268,092,800 | 03 9, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0151008116 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Nothing else needs to be said about the tome (another one coming?), except from a personal viewpoint. It was an excellent book, well-written with a great adventure and plenty of action and a wonderful plot. Buy it and enjoy. I did, as a dozen of my friends did also, and I won't disclose what happens to the tiger. | 5 | GOOD SHOW/ADVENTURE | 1,252,627,200 | 09 11, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0156671409 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Anne and his husband take a 1931 journey of 7100 miles across the Orient in the "Sirius," searching for good future airline routes. Her book also probes a depth of emotion and self-discovery, and she makes the cities and locations come alive with his descriptive writing. If you like flight or any degree of history (book published in 1935), you'll enjoy this one. Happy reading and exploring. | 5 | MORE THAN A TRAVELOGUE | 1,357,430,400 | 01 6, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 020148935X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Kluge takes you into the inner workings of a small liberal arts college in Gambier, Ohio during the '90's. He looks at the admissions, grades, decisions, teaching expectations/styles,tenures, fraternities, etc., that make this college click and draw in more students. He discusses his contributions and his interaction with other professors and departments. Being a college instructor myself, I found that much of what he expressed so well, could apply to my Micronesian college. Good writer and accurate in his observations and conclusions. I liked it and have recommended it to other professor-types. | 5 | ACCURATE AND RIGHT-ON | 1,216,512,000 | 07 20, 2008 |
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] | Pauly brings Zane Grey alive for me in the many pages of documentation, research and quoted letters. I knew Zane was a prolific, wealthy (most of the time), respected writer but I never knew about his over-spending, mistreatment/neglect of his wife and family, and his many lady friends; but at least he wasn't a gambler (except with boats and fishing), smoker, wife-beater or heavy drinker. His primary weakness seems that he was always looking over the horizon for his next quest, another world-record, and maybe score another woman; but he had so much already with his faithful, supportive wife, healthy children and a talent that could turn out page after page of creditable prose. I believe the author should follow-up with more detail about the fall-out behind this man. He touches briefly on the children, the women, etc., but what happens when a person becomes totally ego-centric and disregards the feelings and emotions of others? A good book - a true-to-life glimpse at one of our important writers... | 4 | Zane and His Talents/Troubles | 1,214,179,200 | 06 23, 2008 |
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] | This edition was first published by Cassell in London in 1980, and covers the period of 1815 to 1914. The armies go from tight formations into different configurations, and weapons from muskets to machine guns, and from horses to cars and airplanes. The end of sail is clearly explained and navies with steam and oil turbines and huge cannons take a prominent role in warfare, including the development of the submarine. Some of the battles discussed are Waterloo, the American Civil War, Sebastopol, Franco-Prussian War, and Colonial Campaigns in Africa. More than 150 color and black-and-white illustrations and photographs are included, along with special maps and drawings. It's a very good and facinating review of what was happening with armies and wars during this period. Want to know about the Charge of the Light Cavalry Brigade led by Lord Cardigan against the Russian guns during the Battle of Balaklava, and about Tennyson's poem "Valley of the Shadow of Death?" The answers are here in this 256-page volume. | 4 | CHANGES IN TACTICS AND WEAPONS | 1,332,979,200 | 03 29, 2012 |
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] | Not much you can say about this sexy thriller except "excellent and fascinating." Burdett is a wonderful writer and captures the heart and soul of the mysterious city of Bangkok, where many people make up their own rules as they go through life. He takes you through the dark alleys where people barely subsist, as well as exclusive gentlemen's clubs where all fantasies can come true. All you need for this artificial fulfillment are the right connections and the money and drugs. His main detective, Sonchai Jitpleecheep, is a most interesting charcter, walking both sides of right and wrong, and often blending the two with his prostitutes and warping the laws in a somewhat pragmatic manner. I read the book in Thailand and saw firsthand some of his locales and the manner in which certain things are done in the seamier parts of Asia. With words, Burdett gives you a real sense of smelling and sensing Bangkok up close. A good read and worth the BHT. I liked it, especially while snacking on spicy food provided by the numerous street vendors. | 5 | ACCURACY IN BANGKOK | 1,220,054,400 | 08 30, 2008 |
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] | Dr. Chen does an excellent job in describing medical school and the training afterwards to develop surgical skills. We look at reality from the doctor's perspective at terminal illness, transplants, and other procedures where one wrong diagnosis can result in further damage to the patient and even immediate death. Dr. Chen makes us realize it's a tough, and most important job, in handling the scalpel; and dealing with death and watching her patients fade away. She writes well and the prose is lucid and enjoyable. I felt one of the most 'human' chapters was where she had to deal with the gregarious, outgoing chief of police from the Northeast, while he went through his cancer crisis and died. A very impressive book. | 5 | SHARP AS A SCALPEL | 1,353,801,600 | 11 25, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307280489 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
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] | If you're into reading the old pulp stuff back into the 20's, 30's and the 40's, this is the book, and great value for the money and postage. The 1150 pages are broken into three sections: The Crimefighters, The Villains and The Dames (is that PC now?). Some of the writers include Erle Stanley Gardner, Dashiell Hammett, Raymond Chandler, etc., with introductions by Harlan Cohen, Harlan Ellison and Laura Lippman, edited by Otto Penzler. In the stories, we have the hard-hitting, tough detectives, cute but deadly fems, typical dumb, brutal hoods, and loads of classic tales about murder, betrayal, fraud, cheating lovers, and crimes that go seriously wrong and end up deadly. I agree with what the book advertises, "This is crime fiction at its gritty best!" Not a book for the airplane or the beach - too bulky and heavy - but very appropriate for the shaded table on the patio. | 4 | HUMONGOUS - GREAT READING | 1,254,960,000 | 10 8, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307336786 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Florida must have more than its share of crazy, zany, fun characters for the writers to jot down on paper...e.g., MacDonald,Franklin, White, Haasen, etc....Kelby's book was fun and enjoyable, and had a classic ending. She did excellent protagonist development, and a lot of the folks were strange, but lovable. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to others for an airport or beach read. Lots of fun and hidden wisom. Interesting and well worth the bucks and the time (which seemed to zoom by). Good job! | 4 | Florida Crazy Characters | 1,209,427,200 | 04 29, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307353451 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Ann does again what she does best, i.e., makes people think and consider. She iritates Democrats to no end, and they rise to the bait almost every time. The book is funny and entertaining, yet at the same time, requires that you take a look at the Washington agenda, which is not always pretty, nice and in the best interests of the American people. Obviously the liberals hate her, and she even upsets some of the conservative folks, but she gets your attention with her razor-sharp quotes and off-the-wall analysis. Buy it and it will give you another way of looking at some of our less-than-radiant politicians in the Congress. | 4 | KICKING UP THE DUST | 1,253,318,400 | 09 19, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307378403 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | Precious Ramototswe is still on the job with the usual complicating circumstances, but she will prevail - we know she will. In this one, she meets the author of "The Principles of Private Detection" - Clovis Andersen, which adds to the fun and excitement of this edition. This is a delightful continuation, and we never tire of Precius and her array of characters. Good one! | 4 | ANOTHER GOOD ONE | 1,360,195,200 | 02 7, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307386171 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
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] | Not wishing to be repetitive and parroting other reviewers, McEwan is an excellent writer but why he wasted time on this disasterous relationship and honeymoon is a mystery to me. Both protagonists are good people, probably too nice, plus intelligent and caring; in real life they would have got it together, at least through the honeymoon phase. Maybe they should read more "how-to-do" books or discussed the Kama Sutra in some seedy motel, or taken on lovers before the wedding. The dialogue is medicore but the descriptive characterizations of the proposed lovers is beautiful and well-written. Another part of this, I suppose I read for entertainment and wanted a satisfying ending. Just a good read - not the best for me. | 4 | HOPELESS, BUT INTERESTING | 1,224,892,800 | 10 25, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307408841 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | This was a great perspective as to what was happening in pre-WWII Germany, and the ignorance and non-belief shared by other countries. I really liked as to what was happening on a personal level with the Dodd Family, and what was developing within our government agencies. As always, well-researched by Larson and I always enjoy his quotes as to preciseness of the actual words spoken. This is a must read by anyone intefrested in Hitler and the Nazis, and how they rose to power. | 5 | Larson, Master Storyteller | 1,345,852,800 | 08 25, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307735478 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
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] | Another good one from the master writer/storyteller. This is the fourth of the series featuring Virgil Cole and Everett Hitch, protector of women and the downtrodden, and both set on bringing justice to the Old West. Again, Parker is the master of dialogue, and brings the characters to life as they chat back and forth about their plans and who they might have to kill. The story has the bad guy chief of police, an old Civil War general, a gunslinger or two, a few shady ladies, and of course, the good and bad Indians. But in the end, Virgil and Everett save the day. I liked it. Hopefully there's a hidden story or two left in Parker's hard-drive. An excellent writer and will always be one of my favorite scribblers. | 4 | PARKER INTO THE SUNSET | 1,277,596,800 | 06 27, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307888878 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | Adam is a most interesting guy, even with all the poop, piss and fart jokes, and has successfully gone on from his days on Loveline and The Man Show. He is witty and ready to deal with any societal issue. Adam discusses all the California issues while growing up, like poverty, depression, self-esteem, wacky friends, perverted landlords, trips to Tijuana, working as a carpenter, etc., and he manages to come out on top as a well-known celebrity. A quick read - this memoir will not change the world but is fun and entertaining. | 4 | NEVER GREW UP | 1,370,390,400 | 06 5, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307948765 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Excellent investigation - good review of CAI - much-needed expose - worthy cause - education defeating terrorism - Muslim girls in school - any number of titles and topics come to mind. JK is a fine, interesting writer and this piece of work (too short) is another example of how human greed and mismanagement can ruin a worthwhile charity, wreck a reputation, reinforce anti-American sentiment, and erase so much good through evil intents. The investigation was right-on and needed. While Mortenson is using the charity funds as his own personal ATM and using charter jets, we see good intentions by school children saving their pennies and lunch money for the children in Pakistan. Since JK's book, Mortenson has faced many legal problems and will experience more. | 4 | JK ON THE CASE | 1,337,299,200 | 05 18, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307976076 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | The story is about a 7-year-old girl, because she is Japanese-American, gets sent to a internment camp for Japanese people in Manzanar, along with her family during World War II. Manzanar is on the eastern side of the High Sierras - it is remote and can be extremely hot and just the opposite in the winter. Other reviewers have told the story and did evaluations - I would just add that it was must of been a confusing, weird time for a youngster uprooted from her friends and home in Long Beach, California. The family survived the forced detention but the adjustment back their home was trying and emotional. Many of the Japanese people (about 120,000) sent to the camps lost their homes, farms and possessions. It was a shameful time in American history but the author seemingly came out stronger and more aware of the beauty of life and freedom. Her spirt and inner soul triumphed. Recommended reading, especially for young people forming their ideas about the value in others, even though skin colors, languages, and cultures are different. | 5 | SHAMEFUL PERIOD IN AMERICAN HISTORY | 1,306,627,200 | 05 29, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 030798933X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | As always, I appreciate and enjoy Spenser and Hawk (aka Cole and Hitch) in the Old West. The dialogue was right-on between the two but I felt that there was too much detail which slowed the story down. Robert Knott did a good job in capturing the two protagonists but I do believe Parker would have moved this story right along and not have so many obstacles to finishing up. However, I will take another shot at the next one. | 4 | COLE & HITCH AGAIN | 1,402,012,800 | 06 6, 2014 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0307990745 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | A good story about the background of professional sports, and the effects it has on everyone, including the pros. The family is definitely affected on a daily basis, and the players goes thru the throes of being about to continue in sports and bring home the bacon. All of this of course translates to the uncertainly of what's going on with the family, and how the drinking and womanizing by the father/pitcher has an influence on the son and daughter. Good writing and wonderful insight. | 4 | BASEBALL AND RELATIONSHIPS | 1,390,780,800 | 01 27, 2014 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0310205719 | null | [
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] | This book has you taking a look at why we were created, and what our overall purpose is in life, and why God is so important, and directing, the plan. My family has enjoyed sharing these thoughts with one another, as we move from chapter to chapter. The book has 40 chapters/days to follow, and there are great discussion questions at the end. I liked the book, and how Proverbs 11:28 relates to our existence - "A life devoted to things is a dead life, a stump; a God-shaped life is a flourishing tree." | 5 | Finding Long-Term Answers | 1,162,684,800 | 11 5, 2006 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0310214696 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | "From inner-city kid to renowned neurosurgeon..." what a lead-in!, Kid makes good lives and realizes the American Dream. I really liked this book, and of course Dr. Ben, and see a bright future for him in leadership roles and for our country. I also have found his other books inspirational and would recommend that his works be part of the reading assignments in high school. Don't give - work hard, and you can also be a major success, rather than having low self-esteem and ending up in drugs and crime. A good one! | 5 | INSPIRATIONAL | 1,370,995,200 | 06 12, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0310330718 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
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] | An excellent book about America, and how we can go about solving some of our issues and problems. Carson tells it like it is, and was, and his ideas about uniting the country and moving forward are right on spot, not like the man in the White House now. Being a brilliant doctor he has saved many lives, but now it is time to move on and help heal the Nation. He may just be the man to do it - we need people of high caliber and integrity, to seek out the leadership roles in government. The future is waiting. | 5 | TRUTH AND THE MAN TO DELIVER IT | 1,370,908,800 | 06 11, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312133987 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
2,
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] | This fine little reader was definitely 1879 with the values of the educated, hard-working Protestant class of people. William Holmes McGuffey was rightfully called America's Schoolmaster, and his learning guides could be found in the majority of American classrooms. He was a somber, stern, serious fellow who reflected the early lessons of childhood, the importance of education, the value of family and hard work, good character, and the avoidance of vices. There were also good lessons on history and literature, with a strong emphasis on Christianity. It was an excellent book for its time, and I'm sure that many a young person left school with a strong sense of virtues and values. This is very historical (where we came from)tome, and many of the lessons would be much appreciated and needed in our Century. | 5 | DEFINITELY 1879 | 1,301,788,800 | 04 3, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312185863 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | Janet does it again in providing hilarious wit and grit in following bounty-hunter Stephanie Plum in Trenton, New Jersey, and the Jersey Shore. The battery of characters are fun, like Grandma Mazur, Lula, Sally Sweet, Connie, and of course, good looking studly cop Joe Morelli, a romance dating back to their high school days. Stephanie is after a female skip but manages to run into counterfeiters, thugs that cut off fingers and other body parts,and victims that are very much dead. There are mishaps and screw-ups but Joe, Lula, Sally and Good Luck has her back. Does Stephanie get her woman - of course! Good entertainment and the pages fly by. | 5 | RAUCOUS THRILLER | 1,328,400,000 | 02 5, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312263856 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
3,
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] | I found this little gem in a back alley bookshop in Manila, and being a Californian, I had to have it. It has provided me with hours of fun and discussion, and with my friends, we have relived much of the trivia that occurred in our lifetimes and in LA County. The favorite response was,"I never knew that's where it happened," or "I can't beieve it, I drove by that location almost every day on the way to work." Part of the book declares "A Guide to Sites of Scandal,Mayhem and Celluloid in the Golden State," and it does all of that. There are a lot of sites to do with Marilyn Monroe, Ronald Reagan, Marlon Brando, the Manson Clan, Rodney King, Linda Ronstadt, and other well-known people and events. A excellent book for conversations and tours if you can afford the gas...or maybe do it from the armchair. Buy it - good return for your buck! | 4 | FUN! FUN! FUN! | 1,248,480,000 | 07 25, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312280467 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | This is a very interesting book with loads of great photographs and insights into Hemingway's life. I enjoyed how Michael took us off the beaten track and into some of the intimate details of the writer's life. It's nicely broken up into his early life, then Europe with Italy, Paris and Spanin, then Africa, and Key West, Cuba, and finally Idaho where Hemingway ended it all after bouts of depression. I would estimate that Michael's partner, Basil Pao, is mostly responsible for the wonderful photos and book layout I found the Hemingway look-alike contest in Key West at Capt. Tony's Saloon a kick - so many of the contestants look so much like Hemingway. If I saw them walking around the shops and bars, I would probably think that Hemingway had come back from the other side, much like we have Elvis' sightings quite often. This is a book that you can appreciate even if you are not into bullfights, big game shooting, and fishing on the open seas. It's just beautifully done with lots of color and plenty of informative narrative. Michael is a traveler parexcellence. | 5 | MICHAEL ON THE MOVE | 1,315,958,400 | 09 14, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312354282 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | Working with Teacher Yalof and daughter Alex, Janet turned out an excellent, down-to-earth practical logical guide to many factors involving all writers, such as characterization, dialogue and resources. She tells you how she gets thru the writing blocks, the blank screens, rejection, agents, publishers, book tours and how she finds motivation with music, TV, movies, etc. She has a great sense of humor and when she was asked how she likes to unwind, she answered, "I don't unwind. I just keep going. If I ever unwind, I might not get wound again..." Lots of tips and sensible advice. Good review for any writer.... | 5 | GOOD, PRACTICAL TIPS ON WRITING | 1,216,080,000 | 07 15, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312363737 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
4,
4
] | Wow, this was a tough book to finish as an intense reminder about what a terrible time this was in our Nation's history. My quick research revealed that the book is accurate about the Civil War, the prison camps, and the disaster on the river with the returning prisoners. The authors were a good writing team concerning The Wake of the Perdido Star, and I suppose I expected more with this fictional account; of course, it was a painful period without much redeeming value, just a lot of killing, deadly diseases, and mistreatment of one another. A very depressing subject to write about... | 4 | BLOOD AND GORE AND MISERY | 1,330,905,600 | 03 5, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312675089 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | You'll have to read the book to figure out my title of this review - bounty hunting can be hilarious, and obviously sometimes dangerous. Some of the reviewers are a little harsh - this series is for fun and entertainment - it is not classic literature and not meant to be. It is irresistibly funny, thrilling, challenging, fast-paced and just terrific readng. Of course, Stephanie screws up and eats too many donuts, but she always bounces back. Could she make it in real life - it doesn't matter, and who cares? The characters are great, like Grandma Mazer, Lula, and of course, the alpha males Joe Morelli and Ranger. I like this series and will read more. | 5 | A CHICKEN ATTACKS WITH MUSTARD | 1,328,918,400 | 02 11, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312874162 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | Of all places, I found this little gem in an old book store in Manila, way back on a dusty shelf. With the spider webs and disarray, it seemed appropriate that I would discover an historical novel with a memorable beauty Lily and a good plot. I read it on a trip to Cebu and found it well-written, exciting and wonderful characterization. I passed it on to an Australian so it has likely ended up in a book shop in Melbourne. Good job...I liked it. Will have to read "Railroad Schemes" to catch up on the whole story. | 4 | JOURNEY TO OLD SAN FRANCISCO | 1,215,043,200 | 07 3, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312929412 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | A recollection of fine gallantry by the author and his amigos, and of course, the troops on the ground, doing the hand-to-hand with the enemy. Colonel Bob takes you right into the action, and you can also smell the fear and sense the incoming bullets and explosions. This is dramatic, real stuff. He is not the world's best writer but he is right on dates, types of aircraft, military responses, and the operations during the Vienam War. We owe a special thanx to our warriors for keeping our country safe and strong. A good account of our heroic marines and soldiers, facing danger on a daily basis. With the Iraq War lasting so long, there shouldn't be any surprises that our troops are suffering with long-term problems associated with mental stress. We need to take care of them on their return home. | 4 | WARRIORS IN THE AIR | 1,242,086,400 | 05 12, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312946201 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | As always, I enjoyed Kinsey and her approach to life. The plot has been adequately covered, but the two intermeshing stories came together, at least for me, too fast, and too neatly tied together. Was she in a hurry to meet a deadline? Grafton does tend to play fast and easy with the requirements of the law, but then again, Kinsey is a PI, and often they don't care about the specifics of the law and/or not all laws apply to them because they are not public officials. I enjoyed it and will continue on in the alphabet. | 4 | ENDING TOO FAST | 1,354,492,800 | 12 3, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0312974884 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | For five hellish years, soldier Frank Anton was held prisoner during the Vietnam War and mistreated by the enemy with torture, starvation and all forms of deprivation. At times,he was depressed and ready to die, but he prevailed and was finally released bruised and battered. During most of the time, he came to realize that the US miitary/government knew where he and other American prisoners were being held, and even saw a photo of himself taken from the air while he was on the rugged Ho Chi Minh Trail. This is a must read for all Americans, especially when we send off our young warriors to war. | 5 | SURVIVOR | 1,275,523,200 | 06 3, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0313301646 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
3,
3
] | If you have a dual interest in history and law enforcement, this is the book for you. This volume chronicles the history of USA policing from colonial times to present, via 95 original documents. Each document includes an introduction placing it in a historical, social, and political context, often including very interesting biographical informaton. Unlike most books on the history of the police, this book tells the story in the words of the people who were involved in the struggle to enforce the laws, uphold the ever-changing Constitution, maintain safe and stable communtiies, and create truly efficient and effective police. Because the views are from a variety of perspectives, the reader is encouraged to decide for himself or herself what the role of the police should be, or what it will become. Special features include a timeline of important events in the history of policing in the United States, a glossary of legal and other terms in the book, a listing of police and police-related groups and organizations, US Supreme Court cases relevant to the role of the police, as well as a select bibliography of books, articles, and other particularly useful documents. In general, I found that the book did an excellent job in discussing the changing role of police in our history, and that we come to understand that the police are a reflection of the society in its position on the timeline, i.e., in a poetic sense, "a direct reflection of society's heart". The book is an important source of facts, figures, and quotes on American policing for researchers, police scholars and students, police chiefs and police officers, teachers, journalists, government officials, and especially for those who enjoy history, as well as being passionate about law enforcement issues. I liked the book and would recommend it to fellow law enforcement officers. | 4 | EXCITING HISTORY OF USA LAW ENFORCEMENT | 986,342,400 | 04 4, 2001 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316013684 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | On some pages, I felt like crying and a few pages later, I was close to laughing out loud. Poor Junior has a tough time with his medical problems, being different in an all-white school, leaving his friends and losing their support, the challenges of the future, etc., but he prevails through his ambitions, wit, determination and his cartooning. The book won a pile of awards,and well, it should have. There's a lot of originality, and I like the writing style. My 16-year-old is in line to read it, and in my estimation, he will find it engaging and relating quite well to any young man's growing-up, and not just for a reservation Indian. Many of Junior's concerns are much the same as any teenager planning for the future. Nice piece of work. | 4 | CONFLICTING EMOTIONS | 1,272,499,200 | 04 29, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316018775 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | James Patterson has always been one of my faviorite writers, but it seems lately like he might have his associates write the text, then throws in a few ideas, and tacks his name on the books, which makes it a best-seller just about every time. Put on your traveling shoes in this one - you're going to Hawaii, California, New York, Holland, and several other stops. There's detailed violence from a deranged killer, lots of drama and trauma, and an ending that kind of lets you down as the reader. Not to worry James - I'll be picking up your new ones! | 3 | TWIST AND TURNS - FRIGHTENING | 1,328,918,400 | 02 11, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316035599 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | Definitely not one of Jimmy's best efforts. I enjoy his music, and his past books, but this one barely rose to the level of an interesting children's book...should have been a cute little story of about 25 pages, or a chapter in a short story anthology. Maybe some one convinced Jimmy to put his name on this one, and everyone could make a few bucks. JB - it's time to get back to the drawing board, and maybe get more creative in the next endeavor, and maybe run it past some of your friends and critics for a realistic review. However, I liked Helen's illustrations and the front cover layout. | 3 | RUMPY DESERVES BETTER | 1,358,899,200 | 01 23, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316036226 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Patterson and his partner are wonderful writers, and I really enjoy the short chapters. The story just keeps flowing as Detective Michael Bennett closes in on the vicious killer. Bennett is a strong protagonist, and I liked how he worked with the female FBI agent. A good read and recommended for the beach or a kickback afternoon. | 4 | EXCELLENTE - FAST EASY READ | 1,370,131,200 | 06 2, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316044695 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | This is a fine book about four brave young men doing their absolute best for our country in Afghanistan. It was a desperate battle for survival and three of our warriors never came back. I admire them and salute them for their courage and dedication to the cause of freedom. But Luttrell kept revisiting the liberal folks back home, and seems to forget, or downplay, that their thoughts and opinions are equally as important about what is happening in our wars, which there are far too many. There probably should have been some more planning or contingency concerns, but the idea of shooting unarmed goatherders shouts repellant to me - that's not what we're about in America. ROE is necessary. What were the plans if they were "outed" by civilians, or did the Taliban fully understand where and what they were. My friends in the war zones tell me that the word goes to the enemy whenever we leave a safe area, long before our troops get to their operational zone. The SEALS were patriotic and strong, but the circumstances turned against them. And never forget readers, we put the young men in harm's way! | 3 | TOO MUCH POLITICS | 1,259,884,800 | 12 4, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316066141 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | This story/novel covers what a strange and weird place called Hollywood is, existing in the quasi-center of a major city. The folks generally all have an angle, be the young starlet going to be a great actress, or a cop wannabe an actor, or an imperator of celebrities, or a lucrative place to sell dope. The usual Wambaugh characters are on stage center, on both sides of the law, which of course, always makes for an interesting human plot. A fast-moving story well worth several hours of chuckles and entertainment. | 4 | CRAZY HOLLYWOOD | 1,376,265,600 | 08 12, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316075841 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | There's not much to say about Gladwell that hasn't been covered by other reviewers except that he writes in an wonderful, easy- to- read- and- follow style. One of his own quotes says it best, "Good writing does not succeed or fail on the strength of its ability to persuade. It succeeds or fails on the strength to engage you, to make you think, to give you a glimpse into someone else's head..." He does all of that and adds excellent research and timely topics like the birth control pill, mustard vs. catsup, hair dye and history, pasta creations, pit bulls, hiring professional employees, a dog whisperer, and so many other interesting topics. These contributions were articles for the "New Yorker" magazine. Gladwell is on a roll with this and his other books and should be considered a master investigator of modern hidden extraordinary topics. I have my college students reading him in our English classes. | 4 | WELL-WRITTEN - FASCINATING STYLE | 1,298,332,800 | 02 22, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316156329 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Enjoyed the book from beginning to end, and was happy to see many of the details that weren't known before. Also gave a reader the chance to see how many people were involved in identifying and then getting the Green River Killer locked up for life. There's a lot of stuff about the Sheriff that seems self-serving but his involvement and insight were necessary to set the stage for the eventual positive outcome, and getting the monster off the street. To his credit, he acknowledged many of the other people involved. Worth reading. | 4 | BRINGING THE MONSTER DOWN | 1,394,409,600 | 03 10, 2014 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316178241 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | My teenage son, and teenage grandson couldn't put this one down. Girls are wonderful, exciting creatures for teenage boys, but very confusing and unpredictable. This little book gave them insight and hope for their future dating days. The best response that the author should appreciate, was, "Are you boys enjoying the book?" The answer for both was "yeah, big-time." I noticed that the book served as a stimulus in getting conversations going in a constructive sense, and even drew their teenage sisters into the conversation. Well done.... | 4 | TEENAGER INSIGHT | 1,268,092,800 | 03 9, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0316969680 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Just another good James Patterson 'who dun it?' mystery thriller. I read this one at the beach which just seemed appropriate, along with the smell of the ocean and the raging waves. It's a fast page-turner and as soon as I set it down when finished, my lady companion jumped on it and gave it a concentrated look-see over the weekend(not good for the author since it's kinda of 2 readers for the price of 1 book - even worse my fishing buddy read it next). A very important part of the book involved the discussion of the reality of how justice is accomplished sometimes in the courtroom, and how unlimited power and wealth can influence a outright, clear case of murder. A good book and wonderful entertainment while relaxing at beachside...and enjoying Mexican tequila. | 4 | ANOTHER GOOD ONE | 1,233,964,800 | 02 7, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0340979496 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
0
] | I suppose I bought the book after hearing the 'buzz' through my reading friends. Glad I did, just to stay current. The book will give you a new way of looking at God and the transition from this world into the next. It starts out with a vicious murder of the protagonist's (Mack) child, and Mack finds himself at the shack some four years later after receiving a mysterious note, trying to figure out God and his/her plan, and looking at everything on earth in more expansive terms than ever imagined. It was a good absorbing, thought-provoking piece of fiction, and I must admit, I read many of the reviews from poor to outstanding at Amazon, and find myself somewhere in the middle. Not the best piece of writing or an analysis of the Deity, but worth the time to push one's self into more intensive thinking and consideration of the future for all humans. With my creative, sometimes irreverant, mind wandering, I often thought of the song lyrics "What's the Plan, Stan?" (substituting Stan for Papa - God). | 3 | FINDING GOD AFTER TRAGEDY | 1,233,878,400 | 02 6, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0345254325 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
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] | Mary was a pacesetter for modern women and lived her life in the woods of Minnesota, worked as a reporter in Chicago and London, got married to an Australian for a short time, survived the mass bombing of London by the Nazis, and later on lived an adventuresome and trying life with Ernest Hemingway. She survived two plane crashes with him, and also endured his 'black' periods of tantrums and depression. She learned to hunt and shoot on African safaris, and socialized with people such as Gary Cooper, Spencer Tracy, Sinclair Lewis and the famous matadors of the time. After Hemingway's suicide, she managed to live her own life once again with travel and writing, in which she excels. I found the book hard to put down but with its near-600 pages (she took 10 years to finish it), a person has to take a break and return to a normal life occasionally. A good one - read it! There's also some very interesting photographs. | 5 | FASCINATING LIFE | 1,325,030,400 | 12 28, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0345339029 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
2,
3
] | A man like Teddy is unique and special, and it would be good now in 2010 to have a dynamic, decisive, inspiring leader. He's an original. The book is well written and documented, and a pleasure to read. I like how the author often inserts Teddy's own words. The other reviews were concise and to the point and covers most of the 'meat' in the book. I liked it and would recommend it to my friends and family. I really enjoyed the chapters "The Four-Eyed Maverick" and "The Rough Rider." Well done! | 5 | SPECIAL AMERICAN | 1,262,476,800 | 01 3, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 034536662X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | Plenty to think about here, and apply the lessons to your everyday stressful life. It is so accurate in its simplicity and touching ways to approach life. I liked the chapter "A FISH CANNOT DESCRIBE WATER UNTIL IT IS CAUGHT," and another "PRAYER IS A PATH WHERE THERE IS NONE..." I suggest that you a few hours out of your busy life and ponder these ideas in the shade of a big chestnut tree along with a small sip of wine. It will be worth your time without doubt. | 5 | GENTLE WISDOM | 1,402,012,800 | 06 6, 2014 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0345429036 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | Great fun in following the mishaps and adventures of (not fat, just overally fed)Garfield and his buddies - always entertaining, and always with loveable Garfield coming out ahead of the game. He's got Odie and Jon under his control, and he gets to laze about and wait for snacks. Just moving out his warm bed is a chore - he wants his breakfast in bed. Garfield offers chuckles for young and old alike; he's a smooth operator. | 4 | LAZY GARFIELD | 1,328,400,000 | 02 5, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0345450264 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | This should be a must read for youngsters running off to the so-called glory of war and marching bands, and ladies waving their handkchiefs at the airport. Clark tells it like it - the sweat and dirt, mosquitoes and leeches, going days with sleep, and all the while knowing these are hundreds of enemies who would like to see you dead - and always the problem of "whose who?" In some of his accurate and precise narrative, I could feel the fear and apprehenion, yet he and his comrades kept upholding the strength and traditions of the USMC. Imagine if you will, a very hot humid day and you have to haul around a M60 machine gun with extra ammo, and be ready in seconds when the leader yells "Guns Up!" People are counting on you for survival, and with that machine gun, your prospects of making it back to the World are very limited. For those critics in some of the previous reviews, you must imagine Clark as a teenager when he went off to war at the request of his country -not much more than a boy. This is a powerful book - I liked it. Highly recommended. | 5 | SPOT ON - GORE AND VIOLENCE LIKE ALL WARS | 1,303,603,200 | 04 24, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0345464559 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
1
] | My children and I love the fat-cat Garfield, especially how he's always out-smarting Jon and his sidekick Odie. We have a cat and dog in the house all the time, and I'm sure cartoonist Jim Davis just has to watch his critters to get his storyline. Right now I have my cat, Macy, sitting on the computer, while our mutt, Sogu, is sitting on the bed and wondering what the cat is doing, and is there any food involved somewhere. Our cat is a character in that if she is bored, she just walks by in a haughty manner and lays a paw on the back of Sogu's head. The dog is now activated and excited, and the cat ducks behind a couch or a cabinet, and the dog is out-of-touch. Fun all day long. Good job, Jim Davis. | 5 | SMART FAT CAT | 1,320,451,200 | 11 5, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 034552585X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | Garfield continues to run the household, and outwits Jon and Odie on a regular basis. You always know where the storyline is going but the trip is always a blast and plenty of fun. Garfield "needs" his food and rest, and to say the least, he is a self-centered creature, and enjoys seeing others being the fools...but it is particularly extra fun when one of his moves turns into a mishap and he ends up the fool, and his evil plans backfire. Good set of cartoons, especially for someone that has pets. Independent Garfield is always with us, huffy and puffy; as is Odie, who just wants attention and a pat on the head. | 5 | #1 CAT | 1,324,166,400 | 12 18, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0373445164 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | This is a Harlequin love-inspired suspense/romance story which holds the reader's interest. I liked the basic writing but the ending was predictable, which is often the case with the romance stories, written with a age-old formula. I have the copy in large print which made it easy to read as we bumped along an Arizona backroad (actually near the border). We didn't see see any bad guys with 10mm Glocks but we did spot an apparent hungry mountain lion about fifty yards away. This is an easy read and fun when you're actually on the desert. | 4 | RIVETING INSPIRATIONAL ROMANCE | 1,356,220,800 | 12 23, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0373693699 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
0
] | A Harequin romance with plenty of twists and turns and good writing. Protagonist Brooke Johnson retreats to Colorado for a quiet life but that was not to be. Her look-alike roommate is murdered and the case is investigated by macho police detective Michael Shaw. Amidst her fear and worry that she might be next, she takes comfort being with Michael, and of course, the romance begins, with nice touch of good/bad things happening at Chgristmas. My wife and i read it together in front of warm fireplace in the middle of a snowstorm, time well spent in light literature, I guarantee you. A good romantic spin. | 4 | ROMANCE/CRIME IN COLORADO | 1,236,038,400 | 03 3, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0374105235 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | As I now notice also from other readers, there are unanswered questions about Ishmael's involvement in each and every story in the book. I see it as a compilation of many other people involved and the author tied it all together in his version, and sometimes he was using drugs (marijuana and cocaine). As with any survivior or victor in a war, they get to tell the story. Overall I'm glad UNICEF got him to rehab - no person from 13-16 should have to through such horror and uncertainty, and be exposed to endless cruelty and depravity. I'm glad he was able to be saved and regain his humanity, and able to tell the story of what was happening in Sierra Leone. | 4 | STILL SKEPTICAL | 1,276,214,400 | 06 11, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375400249 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | I liked this book where Timothy Egan takes you across eleven western states west of the 100th meridian, with stops in places about as about as opposite as you can get like Las Vegas and the Ancoma Pueblo. The West is not all John Wayne and it's definitely not all citified and soft. I liked his stops in the Bitterroot Mountains of Idaho, Chief Joseph country in Oregon, and the American River in California. Some of the low ratings by certain reviewers almost sound/appear as though they have an axe to grind, or something personal against the author. Egan is a smooth, interesting writer with great stories to tell (as are some of his other books also). Though dated, recommended reading - 1998 was not that long ago, especially in the West. | 5 | THE WEST LIVES | 1,302,998,400 | 04 17, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375404155 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
0
] | Sue Grafton has done it again in her ABC continuing series. This story is apropos right now with all 'the abandoned storage lockers' reality shows on TV, and many of the finds in the lockers/storage units make for great stories and human pieces. Kinsey finds herself involved in one on a personal basis, and the story unwraps quickly from there. Her descriptions of characters and locations are always detailed and takes the reader right to the site. A fun mystery. | 4 | KINSEY ON THE JOB | 1,353,801,600 | 11 25, 2012 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375410627 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | Biographies don't get any finer and more accurate than this one. Firstly, I like Bragg's easy style of writing - fun and relaxing to read. His grand father, Charlie Bundrum, a roofer or any other work that came along, was quite the man in that he cared for his family and made sure there was food on the table for the large brood, even during the Great Depression. Of course, he loved his Ava. Reading Bragg, the reader learns a lot about the Old South in Georgia and Alabama, and what people had to do to survive. In Charlie's case, he made a little extra money by making moonshine, which he obviously enjoyed himself. I liked the story and the dialogue was excellent and very real. Good job Bragg - you're a real storyteller. | 5 | A FINE STORY ABOUT GRANDPA | 1,284,768,000 | 09 18, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 037542217X | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
0
] | Not much else can be said that hasn't been covered in the reviews. Precious is a wonderful, relaxed, sensible investgator and is surrounded by interesting characters such as assistant Makutsi and fiance' Matekoni. Another interesting book and a proud tour of Botswana. The rival detective agency opening up in town won't stand a chance. Mr.Smith writes an amusing and touching novel about the Africa that he knows so well. Buy it! It's worth the few bucks and you won't be able to put it down. | 5 | PRECIOUS ON THE JOB | 1,248,480,000 | 07 25, 2009 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375503315 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
1
] | Alexa Albert did a fine job in analyzing most of what goes in a brothel but doesn't ever really into the 'inside gritty' of the profession; and of course, she can't because she's a researcher and writer and not a prostitute. For example,an outsider doesn't know what's like to be a policeman (even though the TV dramas try) or a doctor in an emergency room until you've repaired the broken bodies or administered to a drug overdose. Her wonderful attributes in this book involve not being judgemental or too political. The women's personal stories were interesting and some I believe full of cow manure. The medical exams are a sham, and only as good as the last customer (shocking as it may seem, girls often take a handsome tip for avoiding condoms, sometimes they burst, etc.). Licensing can also avoided by working the streets, or doing escort services (which brothel ladies do with their regular customers and away from the premises). The brothel process is a beginning but in no way should the customer think it tells the whole story of prostitution. | 4 | CONDOMS TO PSYCHCOLOGY | 1,281,830,400 | 08 15, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375503722 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | I found the story to be interesting and intriguing, and well-researched. You know Lehrer has walked the battlefield and crossed the Burnside Bridge over the Antietam Creek. I liked his characters and how they solved the murder of the Union officer. I enjoyed how he presented some of the stupid mistakes made by Union generals, and how he discussed the ridiculous charges over open fields. I'm sure present generals just shake their heads at the wasteful carnage of their troops and the misuse of equipment. Apparently there was no execution style of killing the enemy in this war - which was a revelation for me, considering all the rest of the violence and senseless killing. This was my first Lehrer book - I will read more. | 4 | BATTLE OF ANTIETAM | 1,281,139,200 | 08 7, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375504044 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
14,
14
] | I expected a dramatic book about mountaineering (in the beginning), survival, and determination but got mainly a memoir about family problems, bouts with depression, childhood and earlier climbs. I really tried to like Beck and I do admire his ability to come back from death and recover; but does one need all this drama and trauma to make a man realize that his family and loved ones come first and are the main things in life, and you don't have to climb a giant mountain to understand? In my observations, I always find obsessions a bit weird and off-center in life. In fairness to Beck, the 1996 story has been professionally and strategically told by others, so maybe he and his ghost writer had to fluff up the pages to make a book. There was definitely enough for a great magazine story but a stretch to find over 300 pages to keep the reader interested. Enough said...Beck, hope you're back on the job and helping others like so many helped you. Mabuhay! | 2 | ANOTHER EVEREST MEMOIR FROM 1996 | 1,217,635,200 | 08 2, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0375703373 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
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] | WOW...What a wonderful, compelling story about the shipwreck and the recovery of the gold and much of the passengers' belongings. Hard to put this one down but with 500+ pages, but had to save time for work and family. Kinder is easy to read - the words just flow, and he is great with details and preparations for the next portion of the story. Tommy and his crew did a most rewarding job in so many ways. If you love the sea and human determination, this is the one for you. Enjoy! | 5 | OUTSTANDING - BETTER THAN FICTION | 1,399,852,800 | 05 12, 2014 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0380658399 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
3,
3
] | Living on Saipan and having the American War Memorial Museum/Park at my fingerprints,I found the book to be well-researched and factual, and not in any major conflict with other writers (dozens now). Hoyt allows the reader a look at the battles from both the American and Japanese perspectives - well done. The battle for Saipan had been costly in terms of lives. The Americans had nearly 17K casualties, inluding about 4K dead. The Japanese loss was listed at 24K dead, but this figure was probably not accurate because Japanese soldiers were sealed in caves by dynamite and flame-throwers, and many bodies were washed away by the sea. Saipan and Tinian gave the Americans the ability to routinely bomb Japan and return safely, and eventually was the staging ground (Tinian) for the two atomic bombs that finally caused Japan to surrender. Hoyt takes you across the Central Pacific "to the Marianas" and WW II victory. Very compelling, interesting piece of work. | 5 | GOOD RESEARCH - FACTUAL | 1,277,337,600 | 06 24, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0385293305 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | Firstly, I really enjoy Parker's fast wit and dialogue, and all the favorite characters, like Spencer, Susan, Hawk, Paul, etc. Secondly, I always have a problem with Spencer trying to hold onto Susan, especially now that she moved to San Francisco and took on a lover. She definitely needs to find herself but it always seems to be at Spencer's expense. She's a very selfish soul but Spencer is patient and understands, so I suppose that is definitely part of the drama and trauma. I often want to grab Spencer by the lapels (but Hawk might take exception to that behavior), shake him into reality, and tell him to be stronger and move on. Conclusion, another good story by the master - we will miss him and his many tales. | 4 | OLDIE BUT GOODY | 1,275,523,200 | 06 3, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0385312520 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | This is the life story of sisters Sarah and Elizabeth Delany, covering a span of a hundred years of American history. This will probably never happen again in such clear detail and memories, and by two sisters that were educated (both had advanced degrees),feisty, warm, loving and very conscious of family values. They spoke of slavery and of the reconstruction South, and famous figures such as Langston Hughes and Paul Robeson. They were front-runners in teaching and denistry,and helped break down racial barriers - and they busted through the glass ceilings before it was necessary and fashionable. The assistance from Amy Hill Hearth is particularly important as she was able to take their oral histories,and make them relevant to our world today. This is a signiciant book and a valuable resource, and I will make sure my teenagers read this one to give them perspective on the previous century. | 5 | WONDERFUL SISTERS AND HISTORY | 1,282,953,600 | 08 28, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0385494238 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
0
] | Not Ian's best story but worth the read and price of the book. His writing continues to be top-notch and his characterizations are superb and his prose and observations are highly literary. I feel that poor Molly is the main victim in the whole scenario. Also enjoyed the relationships between the journalists and the polticians, and others in the public sector. Enjoyable and masterfully written - I liked it. | 4 | POOR MOLLY | 1,229,817,600 | 12 21, 2008 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0385730918 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | The book centers around the sinking of the USS Indianapolis on July 30, 1945, blasted by a Japanese submarine; and the eventual survival of only a few men after being the water for four days. The men suffered from initial injuries, exposure, and the maddening frenzy of hundreds of sharks. The truth, and eventual exoneration of Captain Charles Butler McVay III, is carefully researched by 16-year-old Hunter Scott, and then written up by author Pete Nelson. It is an intriguing story and earns its title "A Young Man's Search for Justice." I liked it and the book clearly showed that Captain McVay became the scrapegoat for many mistakes, and attempts at cover-ups, by the US Navy. The sinking of the cruiser is another classic example of people not doing their jobs, and the eventual buiild-up of blunder-after-blunder, resulting in such a terrible tragedy. | 5 | FASCINATING, AND A MILITARY SCANDAL | 1,285,977,600 | 10 2, 2010 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0394581652 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
0,
0
] | More than 1000 entries dealing with directors, producers and actors, with dates and times, and title/backgrounds of the productions. This is a must for students and filmgoers and will save so much time in research and background for stories. It's true that much of this is available on the internet, but the book makes it so conveniently packaged in this Third Edition of 1994.....enjoyable and a valuable resource. | 4 | LARGE VOLUME OF WORK | 1,383,868,800 | 11 8, 2013 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0394710193 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
3,
3
] | Another murder mystery by Author James McClure taking place in 1980, starring his very capable Lt. Kramer and Detective Zondi of South Africa. These ace investigators also appear in other McClure novels. In this story, Mrs.Digby-Smith opens the trunk of her car and discovers a tied-up corpse which eventually the reader learns is that of her younger brother. I found the novel to be a well-plotted and well-written piece and involves some hideous underworld characters, and some unresolved enmities of World War II. The story will keep your attention right to the ironic, surprising end. | 4 | MURDER MYSTERY IN SOUTH AFRICA | 1,294,272,000 | 01 6, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0394759885 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
1,
1
] | This is a wonderful book/memoir, tugs at your heart, and puts faces on many of the names listed on the wall in Washington, D.C. I never personally knew anyone that made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam, except I felt the loss of over 58,000 fellow Americans. The reader will see that many of the losses were teenagers, and the overall average age was 23, youngsters just beginning their lives and fulfilling their dreams. The tales and letters are heart-rendering, haunting, and so very tender, like a mother losing a son, a wife losing a newly-wed husband, babies growing up without fathers, etc. This should be must-reading for all people going off to war, and for those that are sending them off from their air-conditioned offices in a totally safe environment. This is a powerful, eloquent review of what happened to our young warriors and the impact on their families and on the nation. Names like Lancaster, McDermott, Masterson, Stocks, Dixon, Kalsu, Holton, Neely, Valenzuela, Wright, etc., will live on forever with their names etched in black granite on the wall. Semper fi to all services... | 5 | FACES ON THE NAMES | 1,308,441,600 | 06 19, 2011 |
A1DNUHDSDIAS41 | 0395711797 | Joseph H. Race "Jose Mango" | [
2,
3
] | I realize it's 2010, and 1995 was about 15 years ago. However, I found this collection in the hotel lobby on a little remote island of Kosrae in the Pacific, and finally got around to tackling it piece-by-piece on a boat and then a plane. Apparently it had been left by an Australian for other tavelers to read, which many of us do on the lttle tropical islands 'cause there ain't no book stores. I read the Amazon reviews and once again, brought to mind about how we all have different preferences in cars, food, movies, lovers, and of course, stories and books. It is an oddball collection of stories but I enjoyed just about every one. I would encourage all to read. You can find my copy in Palau unless someone from the Philippines found it first. Happy reading! | 4 | TROPICAL TREASURE | 1,277,424,000 | 06 25, 2010 |
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